Wedding Ceremonies

To the Bride & Groom 

         The decision to wed is surely one of the most important decisions of your life and you will want the ceremony to be a beautiful and unforgettable celebration of your love and commitment. 

         In choosing the person who will perform your ceremony, you will want to be sure they are able to reflect accurately what you want your ceremony to convey. You will want someone who can be a spokesperson for you, your values and your relationship.  You will want someone to speak about the spirit and depth of your love with personal, meaningful words that elevate the ceremony.  No matter the setting, church, garden, mountain top or reception center, together we can create a ceremony as unique as your love.   


    Since 1995, when I was ordained as an Interfaith Minister, my joy has been performing wedding ceremonies. Each ceremony written especially to fit the couple being married. My inspirational words leave a lasting impression long after the ceremony is over. You will also receive a keepsake copy of your personalized ceremony.

          I meet with each couple prior to the wedding to discuss wedding preferences. Together we can create a ceremony that will be personal, intimate and one which will express your deepest feelings and love for each other. 

          As I honor all faiths or none, I will help you discover exactly what you would like your ceremony reflect to each other and to the audience.  You may want a candle ceremony, a sand ceremony or a rose ceremony as part of your celebration.  Whatever you can imagine, we can  incorporate into a unique wedding ceremony that is yours and yours alone.      

Video sample of Rev. Sue   http://www.courtneyryanphotographer.com/live_ceremony_video-p-17.html

Sample Vows 

I come here today to marry you,
To live with you and laugh with you
To stand by your side and sleep in your arms.

I offer you patience, kindness and appreciation. 
I promise you comfort, care and respect.
I promise to listen to you and to always speak the truth 

I will value your thoughts, ideas, and opinions,
And promise to share my fondest hopes and dreams. 
I freely give you my deepest love and friendship.
Grow old with me, the best is yet to be.

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I,________, take you, ________, to be my wife,
my lifelong friend and faithful partner.
I promise to love you and support you
in times of joy and in moments of sorrow.

I promise to listen to you and to always speak the truth.
I will love you without reservation,
proudly stand by your side and
spend my nights in the comfort of your arms. 

I offer you kindness, respect and appreciation
I will always encourage you to achieve your goals and dreams.
You will always find acceptance in my eyes.
I will grow with you in mind and spirit
and cherish you for as long as we both shall live.

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We take our vows today and our lives will be changed forever.
You are my best friend and today, you become my wife/husband.
I promise to honor you, believe in you and support you in everything you do.
I promise to do everything possible to make our lives together happy and fulfilled.
I promise to always be there for you, whatever life may bring.
Above all else, I promise to love you always.
 I will strive to bring out the highest in you and celebrate it to the fullest. 

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I ____, take you ____ to be my wife, my partner in life and my one true love.
I will cherish our friendship and love today, tomorrow and forever.
I will trust you and honor you. 
I will laugh with you and cry with you. 
I will love you faithfully through the best and worst,
 Through the difficult and the easy.  
Whatever life offers, I will always be there. 
I give you my hand to hold and my heart to fill with your love.
Thank you for loving me.  I love you!

Sample Phrases 

          Love is a way of life, a way of living.  It is a way we celebrate all that is good and true and beautiful in the world.  Love calls forth a deeper understanding between you to share all that life will offer – the triumphs and the frustrations - the beauties and the challenges, the successes and perhaps even some failures.  Genuine love is not holding on tightly, but rather about allowing and mutual giving and receiving.  Love is about freedom, not restriction; it is about equal dependence and independence.  Love is not only about finding the right person, but also about becoming the right person

 ********         One of the finest gifts you can offer to each other is the freedom of true expression and honest celebration of the highest and best within you.  There is nothing more powerful than living life to your highest personal potential while being devoted and dedicated to a fun, honest and loving relationship.  Love one another and stand close, but leave enough room for the winds of heaven to blow between you.  Always keep an open mind and a spacious heart.  

********             This ceremony will not create your marriage.  Only you can do that through love, patience, dedication, - through supporting and believing in each other - through tenderness and laughter - through learning to listen and making decisions together.  Above all, learning to appreciate your differences, and make the important things matter and simply let go of all the rest.    

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Visit www.utahweddings.com to assist you in your plans.  A full-service website where you can find help for all your weddings needs    

 

Comments from Couples 

Hi Sue. I can't say thank you enough for the wonderful ceremony that you wrote for us.  It was perfect.  You were perfect - you held us together, brought in humor at just the right moments, and were a pillar of stability and gentleness.  I'm so happy that you came into our lives, and were the one the marry us.  You are so beautiful.  Thank you.  May your life continue to be happy and shine onto other people.  Shena & Shawn

Dear Sue.  There are no words to describe the gratitude we feel for the beautiful ceremony you performed for us.  It was absolutely beautiful.  It was everything we hoped it would be and so much more. One week later we still have people talking about it.  It's a day we will hold in our hearts forever.  Thank you for your part in making our day perfect.  Rob & Terry

Dear Sue:  Thank you so much for being our officiant.  We had so many of our guests say that the ceremony was the most beautiful and touching they had ever attended.  We really appreciate all the time, effort and love you put into our special day.  Many thanks for all your help that made our day so special.      Sharlee & Chad
                                                           

Dear Rev. Sue:  Thank you for marrying us with such beautiful words.  It was our privilege for you to share you enthusiasm with us.  You must feel that you have one of the greatest jobs in the world!  Brian and April    (INDEED I DO!)

The room was overflowing with love and joy from all of our friends and family.  Your words were perfect and we appreciate the thought and care that you put into your preparation.  We are still hearing from guests who were completely moved by the ceremony.  It was not only an incredible experience for me and Tad, but also for all who were in the room that night. 

I keep reading the printed version of the ceremony, it brings me to tears every time, what a treasure.  Thank you again so much.  With much love and great appreciation, 
                                                                                                            Tad & Jaime

Thank you so much for the love, beauty and Sacredness that you brought to our wedding.  You created the most blessed ceremony and we will always be grateful for that gift.  You create so much love in this world.  Thank you!                             Cheryl and Kevin

 We want to sincerely thank you for your time and effort in making our wedding day so wonderful.  Thank you for the beautiful ceremony and the keepsake copy.
                                                                                                               Karen & Jerry

Thank you so much for the beautiful wedding ceremony you performed and wrote for us.  You truly made our special day more memorable.  Everyone was very impressed by what a wonderful job you did.                                                                         Bonnie & Tom 

 As the mother of the bride, I want to say “THANK YOU.”  I have received so many compliments for the ceremony you performed.  It was everything I hoped for and then some.  I know the kids enjoyed their preparation time with you as well.  With all my heart, I thank you.                                                                                                         Leanna Rasmussen

                         

           

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